Which one of these travel inspirations is true for you? Why do people set off from their homes to travel around the world? The reasons that people like to travel are many and highly personal. One of the main reasons travelers love traveling is to try new places, people, and experiences. Challenging yourself. It’s possible …
The man who sailed round the world with a chicken
At the tip of Brittany’s wild and wet Cotes-d’Armor peninsula lies Plougrescant, a village Plougrescant. Beyond that, jutting out into the ocean, there is Yvinec Island, which is a tiny outcrop that is accessible intermittently based on the tides through a rock-strewn stretch of dunes as well as seaweed. I’ve been on two planes, a …
Best animal experiences in the world
It’s awe-inspiring to watch animals in their natural environment. If it’s penguins making their way home or a lion sitting down to sleep, There is nothing like the thrill of watching wildlife go about their day…especially near them. We’ve compiled a list of 12 top animal encounters and experiences worldwide worth a trip. This is …
How to spend a perfect summer weekend in the Catskills
Just a few months since The WeekEnder launched three years ago, we went to Greene County in the Great Northern Catskills, where we introduced you to charming towns such as Catskill and Hunter. The small portion of Catskills has grown tremendously over the past few years due to the increasing number of excellent hotels, trendy boutiques, and …
perfect days in Florence
Small, but powerful That’s Florence. It’s so compact that it’s possible to get a complete experience of the city within just four days, and it’s full of Renaissance architecture, art, and history. Our itinerary hits all the highlights, from Michelangelo to the Medicis, but also goes beyond them to the less-well-known–and less-crowded–attractions, which are just as …
families on their best-ever road trips
Road trips are an iconic element of family vacations. But let’s be honest: They can be stressful, with disputes over Spotify constant bathroom stops, and whiny, snoring children. The meltdowns aside, family road trips can be delightful and satisfying, like the families listed below can attest. The following is their story of making it happen while traveling …
Perfect days in Amsterdam
Amsterdam can be believed that it has two faces. The lovely side has cobblestone streets leading to picturesque canals lined with gorgeous gabled homes. There’s also the rowdy side, the thriving Red Light District, where you’ll see strip clubs and “coffee shops” selling cannabis. However, the city has much more, including the many vibrant outdoor markets …
Perfect days in Lisbon
From late-night bars to late-Gothic musings and winding cobblestone streets, Live Music Lisbon provides an array of options that it’s easy to imagine visitors who visit on weekends to feel overwhelmed. However, there’s no need to be concerned; in only two days, you’ll cover vast territory in Lisbon’s sprawling, hilly capital city. We’re here to assist you …
How to spend a weekend in Reno
You may need an upgrade when Reno offers you images of buffets and casinos. It’s true Reno does have a lot of buffets and casinos; however, Nevada’s largest town is a sanctuary for adventurers and artists. From the whitewater kayaking in the downtown park to the numerous public art dotted all over the city, you can have …
Head to Coney Island for summer fun
“There’s something very special about the air at Coney Island, the ambiance as well as the spirit of this area. It’s an inclusive place,” says D.J. Vourderis, the great-grandson of Denos Vourderis, the man who started Deno’s Wonder Wheel Amusement Park. “We all have these devices that are supposed to connect us to each other, but all …